ADHD / Special Needs Resources for All Teachers, Parents, and Students -- Resources That Will Increase Our Understanding of and Improve Our Ability to Meet Kids' Needs:

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	FOCUS:	ARTICLE:	DESCRIPTION:
	Attention Deficit	Having Your Child Tested for Learning Disabilities Outside of School	From Learning Disabilities Online: "If your child had major difficulties in school last year, consider the possibility that he or she may have a learning disability".
	Attention Deficit	Behavior Training Helps ADHD Kids	A brief Web MD article noting a recent study showing that behavioral/social skills development benefits the homelife of kids with ADHD.
	Attention Deficit	When ADHD Runs in Families	When a child is diagnosed with ADHD, it often pays to look at the adults in the family, too. ADHD sometimes runs in families, and parents or grandparents may also have it.
	Attention Deficit	Children's Behavior Index	Articles addressing not only ADHD, but also sleep problems, stress, anger, and discipline.
	Attention Deficit	Ear Infections: Impact on Learning	Dianne Craft writes about the possible correlation between frequent ear infections and hyperactivity.
	Attention Deficit	Feedback on Brain Gym	For some, Brain Gym has proven to be a successful alternative treatment for children with AD(H)D.
	Attention Deficit	Food Sensitivities and Children With ADD	Information about possible factors playing a role in your child's behavior.
	Attention Deficit	Guiding Principles for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder	Presented by The National Attention Deficit Disorder Association, this article outlines the nature of ADHD and informs readers about the problems and solutions in diagnosis and treatment.
	Attention Deficit	When a Grandchild has ADHD	Grandparents can help--this article lets them know what to expect.
	Attention Deficit	Your ADD/ADHD Child	Practical information and advice.
	Medications	Information on Medications for ADHD	Medication Chart for ADHD listing medications, typical dosages, side effects, and purposes.
	Medications	The Stimulant Medications for Attention-Deficit/ Hyperactivity Disorder	Explains what stimulants are and why they are used in the treatment of ADHD.
	Education	Description of Scheduling a Conference	Includes a sample letter format which you can adapt and use to contact your child's school. * NEW!
	Education	Easing the Middle-School Transition	An article offered by Familyeducation.com providing insights and encouragement as you parent a child "moving up" in the world. * NEW!
	Education	Home and School: Partners or.....?	Wouldn't it be best if we worked as a team?
	Education	Life After High School	Another article offered by Familyeducation.com providing answers about post-high-school opportunities for teens with LD. * NEW!
	Education	School Problems and the Family Physician	"Diagnosis and treatment of school problems depend on the collaboration of a multidisciplinary team of experts, which may consist of the family physician, school psychologist, classroom teacher, special educator, school nurse, school administrator, school counselor, social worker and other specialists. The child and the parents or guardians should also assume an active role on the team. The roles and responsibilities of each team member are outlined."
	Education	Summary of Test Accommodations for the SAT and ACT for Students Who are Learning Disabled	Offers complete guidance on applying for non-standard administration of these important tests.
	Education	Ten Tips for Parents of Gifted Students	Article which also applies to parents of gifted kids with special needs.

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